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Megan Tomlinson yoga, Comox, BC (2024)

01/26/2022

A humbling read - it captures what we have been reconciling over the past many years.
My intention is to be authentic in my yoga journey and honour the full depth of the teachings - at the same time, being fully aware of the western, dominate culture from which I come from and the patterns of colonization/appropriation.

The practices westerners now turn to for alternative health were intentionally eradicated from India under colonial rule.

03/16/2020

DoYogaWithMe.com

Many yoga studios are suspending classes at this time. Here is an excellent resource! Do Yoga With Me is offering free access to online classes. Enjoy your home practice 🙏🧘‍♂️

In response to the global impact of the coronavirus (COVID 19), we at DoYogaWithMe would like to extend what help we can by offering access to our online class content so you can stay home and stay healthy.

https://www.doyogawithme.com/content/coronavirus-covid19-offer-2-months-free

02/09/2019

Campbell River selected for final test site of DOJ study - Campbell River Mirror

Could a weekly yoga class help teens in mandated recovery programs resist relapse?

01/20/2018

Classes

New offering of classes in Comox, BC starting Monday, February 19th, 2018. For more information, please visit https://www.vancouverislandyogi.com/classes.html

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01/20/2018

Nourish Wellness

I'm excited to be joining the Nourish Wellness community (set to open February 2018!)
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to serve the Comox Valley by offering a community space for support, education and healing

10/28/2017

Curejoy Yoga

You often hear that your health is in your hands. Well, it literally is. Mudras are hand and finger gestures that we can adopt during meditation or pranayama (breathing exercises).

10/23/2017

Michael Stone Teachings

10/22/2017

Vancouver Island Yogi -yoga classes, workshops and retreats

Registration is open for Wednesday evening Gentle Hatha Flow Yoga series. Classes held at the House of Now in Courtenay, BC from November 1 - December 20th from 5:30-6:30pm. To register, contact me directly or for more information, go to www.vancouverislandyogi.com

The practice of yoga dates back thousands of years to ancient India and continues to be a fluid and evolving system of connecting the body/mind/spirit. Many practitioners would contend the wisdom...

08/23/2017

DoYogaWithMe.com

Yoga Program Insights: Yoga for Chronic Stress, Anxiety and Depression

Step 1: BE REAL

In this video, David talks about the important first step in working with chronic stress, anxiety and depression: honesty.

It's a difficult challenge to take on, but it has the potential of shifting your experience of yourself in a very big way. Being real requires that you declare that total, vulnerable, absolute honesty is how you want to live your life from this day forward. It demands that you remain diligently aware and mindful of how you feel, think, judge and live your life in every moment of every day.

You, of course, will have set-backs and may find it very hard to do, but this is only the beginning. This will build, grow and gain momentum. Even though you may think that nothing is happening at first, the mindfulness that you cultivate now will gradually pierce through the reality behind your stress, anxiety and depression.

Watch our premium class here: https://buff.ly/2uIMFEy

08/12/2017

Canadian Yoga Alliance

An amazing practice!
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08/09/2017

Classes

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08/02/2017

Gulf Island man remembered for changing lives after suspected drug overdose in Victoria | CHEK

A Gulf Island man’s work to change the lives of others is being remembered after his death of a suspected drug overdose. Michael Stone was a renowned Buddhist, yoga teacher and author with a worldwide following. In mid-July, the 42-year old, who was bipolar, was found near death on the streets of…

07/21/2017

Harm Reduction Nurses Association

Sharing this sad news posted by our colleagues at CDPC "Our hearts keep breaking. An emotional statement about the recent death of Michael Stone. Cause of death - unavailable medication for mental health treatment. Michael passed away from an overdose."

01/11/2017

The Chicago Reporter

Marshawn Feltus learned yoga while serving 18 years in prison. He never thought yoga would turn into a career, let alone a business. http://bit.ly/2d3yFtp

10/17/2016

Classes

The next series of Gentle Hatha Flow Yoga has a few spots left. Classes begin on Monday, Oct.31st and run from 5:15-6:30pm. For more information, go to http://www.vancouverislandyogi.com/classes.html

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08/17/2016

Vancouver Island Yogi -yoga classes, workshops and retreats

Yoga Series: Hatha Flow

Mondays: 5:15-6:30pm
September 12 – October 24 (no class October 10)
$84/6 week session by registration

Classes held at:
The House of Now
536A Fifth Street
Courtenay BC

About the class:
Hatha yoga is a system for quietening the body and mind through physical exercise, breathing techniques and meditation practice. In this six-week Hatha Flow yoga series, participants will learn mindful movement and work to find fluidity with the breath. The practice will end with a short, meditative practice of sitting quietly. This class is suitable for both beginners and more experienced students…the challenge lies in developing your own personal and focused awareness of movement.

To register, please contact me at:
250.650.YOGA (9642) or visit www.vancouverislandyogi.com

The practice of yoga dates back thousands of years to ancient India. A fluid and evolving system of connecting the body/mind/spirit, yoga has been credited as being one of India's gifts to the...

02/26/2015

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02/26/2015

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08/19/2014

No More Back Pain! Tone the Right Abs

The health of your back depends on the support of your abdominals—but not the ones you think!

07/24/2014

Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy

The kidneys do so much for the body, luckily, we can support these renal workhorses by making good diet and lifestyle.

07/07/2014

Drop in noon hour classes this week at North Island College:
For those who are interested in a noon hour practice, I will be filling in for Bryan Hill this week at the Stan Hagen Theatre from 12-12:55pm on Tuesday and Thursday (Jully 8 & 10). If the weather permits, we'll practice outside. Drop in fee is just $10 so if you want to get your yoga on, come and join me :)

06/11/2014

Your Brain on Yoga

When I was in medical school in the 1980s, we were taught that after a certain stage of childhood development, the architecture of the brain was fixed. Brain cells, or neurons, couldn’t be replaced; at best, we could slow the rate of their loss by cutting down on alcohol and other damaging habits.

05/29/2014

Thrive on the Island :: YOGA MATTERS - Sivasana; the Co**se Pose

Kelly Murphy offers perspective on the Co**se Pose -Sivasana and Chanting in Yoga Class. Making our selection consciously, sure! Discarding Sivasana? Really?

12/10/2013

Yoga Is

What is yoga to you?

Vimeo is the home for high-quality videos and the people who love them.

12/05/2013

Yoga Nidra Practice

Relax through the entire body and visualize the mind and soul resting within the cave of your own heart.

11/05/2013

This Is Your Brain On Yoga theyogablog.com

12 Scientifically Proven Ways Yoga & Meditation Help Nourish The Body, Brain and Spirit

08/26/2013

Vancouver Island Yogi

Fall classes are now posted at www.vancouverislandyogi.com

Monday 6:30-7:45pm Gentle Hatha Yoga
Thursday 6:30-7:45pm Hatha Yoga

There is still one space available for Monday evening and a wait list for Thursday evening.

08/26/2013

Fall classes are now posted at www.vancouverislandyogi.com

Monday 6:30-7:45pm Gentle Hatha Yoga
Thursday 6:30-7:45pm Hatha Yoga

There is still one space available for Monday evening and a wait list for Thursday evening.

07/18/2013

A New Story of the People

A new story for humanity. YES! I bow in service.

How do we change the world? Change the story. "The greatest illusion of this world is the illusion of separation." ~ Once the story our world is built on ref...

07/09/2013

Compassionate Listening Project

"Kneel down and kiss the earth, be thankful that you exist, love yourself and those around you, and enjoy the hell out of being alive."
~ Craig Neal, quoted in "The Five Secrets You Must Discover Before You Die", by John Izzo